Will a regular tank with a black light have the same effect as these fancy led blue bulbs?
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The blue LED's emit more Ultra Violet light, that's why the Glofish reflect that "glowy" light. The issue is that blue light, and UV rays are harmful to our (human)eyes.Overall blue light looks nice, but exposure to it is harmful to the biochemical composition of the eyes.
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I have used regular sized light bulbs and they give off a nice up lighting effect.
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Depends on the size of the tank, and how it's positioned. I'd say it would be a poor aquarium light though. It's more cosmetic lighting than anything.
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I'm gonna have to say no, I put this exact light on 1/2 of a 29g and it wasn't very bright at all. The only chance you have at coral with this would be some soft corals but I wouldn't bet on it. Also keep in mind this fixture is made for rimless tanks only. I had to cut the trim around the top of my tank to get this light to fit.
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I think it depends on the bulb. The gu10 base halogen bulbs I found give very similar light as a standard base halogen floodlight, but more focused.
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The hood comes with one sun replica bulb. It brings out the natural colors of the fish. If you want to have your aquatic life glow, you will need to replace the bulb. Previous factory lights were closer to a black light. Newer hoods will mostly come with sun type lights. It's not a bad thing by any means. It does however give a greener glow to the tank. I hope this helps in your decision. By the way, I have been raising fish for about 39 years. I somehow have always had a fish tank since I was a kid. You name it, I most likely have raised it. Mostly fresh water but, have had a few marine tanks. Fresh water is just easier and less time consuming. The hood comes with one sun replica bulb. It brings out the natural colors of the fish. If you want to have your aquatic life glow, you will need to replace the bulb. Previous factory lights were closer to a black light. Newer hoods will mostly come with sun type lights. It's not a bad thing by any means. It does however give a greener glow to the tank. I hope this helps in your decision. By the way, I have been raising fish for about 39 years. I somehow have always had a fish tank since I was a kid. You name it, I most likely have raised it. Mostly fresh water but, have had a few marine... » Read More The hood comes with one sun replica bulb. It brings out the natural colors of the fish. If you want to have your aquatic life glow, you will need to replace the bulb. Previous factory lights were closer to a black light. Newer hoods will mostly come with sun type lights. It's not a bad thing by any means. It does however give a greener glow to the tank. I hope this helps in your decision. By the way, I have been raising fish for about 39 years. I somehow have always had a fish tank since I was a kid. You name it, I most likely have raised it. Mostly fresh water but, have had a few marine tanks. Fresh water is just easier and less time consuming. « Show Less
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I'm not sure if there is a difference this sits on the aquarium it looks the same way? But I really like this light! Love the blue light at night the fish seem to like it as well. Like the other answers the price is good and I do not think there is a difference?
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Ahhh... I'm not sure since my aquarium is quite small (20 gallons), that's why it's worked well for me. I imagine for that size of aquarium you would require a lot of these LED light in order to fulfill your light needs for that size tank. But that also depends on the dimensions of your tank. If it's not that deep (24 inches in height or less), then these lights will do well. But I suggest you research other LED lights before buying this, and you get others opinions. Hope this helps.
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Sure, you could do that. Heck, on my 75 gallon (that I have 2 of these fixture on) I took everything off, and just put the lights on, no glass cover or anything. I did make a little blind for the top of the tank. Remember, these lights will be a few inches above the tank. So if the top of your tank is already higher than eye level, you WILL see the bulbs, and it can be a bit bright.
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The daylight bulb is 10kk the night one I don't recall, I can tell you I had this on a 90 gallon aquarium and it lit the tank very well for my needs, I would hesitate to use this if you have live plants in your aquarium though.
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It would probably make your tank rather blue. I have it in a 20 gallon tank and it is brighter then the blue leds in the hood I have.
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According to this, no... http://www.thatpetplace.com/Fluorescent-Aquarium-Lighting-Basics
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Yes but if you have the lights for coral the extra layer will dim the amount of lighting reaching the tank up to 15% and even more if you don't frequently clean it. Some glass types are better then other
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I seriously doubt it, if that's the only light the plants receive. One of these things gives enough light to make a betta tank (about 1.5 gal, and broader than it is deep) fairly bright to show off colors, but I can't see one being enough light for 15 gal of planted tank. However, I have no idea what wattage of light it's equivalent to (in order to estimate 1-2 watts per gallon); this is only my personal impression from looking at my own small setup.
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Hi!!The idea its to p ut inside and below of the tank in order the bubles take the color of the LEDs, and look truly beautiful background for your fisk tank,Another thing to put inside of your tank fisk this accesory, its to have a better aireation your tank, good look!
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No. I have found blue compact fluorescent bulbs actually work better than the blue led. You need some sort of blue light source to get the fish to flouresce though.
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Hi!! The idea its to p ut inside and below of the tank in order the bubles take the color of the LEDs, and look truly beautiful background for your fisk tank,Another thing to put inside of your tank fisk this accesory, its to have a better aireation your tank, good look!